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Engineering Science Quest STEM Club - Around the Biome

Grades 4-6
2022-10-11 18:00:00 2022-10-11 19:00:00 America/New_York Engineering Science Quest STEM Club - Around the Biome Engineering Science Quest from the University of Waterloo Presents STEM Club Livestream/Slido -

Tuesday, October 11
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-10-11 18:00:00 2022-10-11 19:00:00 America/New_York Engineering Science Quest STEM Club - Around the Biome Engineering Science Quest from the University of Waterloo Presents STEM Club Livestream/Slido -

Engineering Science Quest from the University of Waterloo Presents STEM Club

Participants will explore block coding in Scratch as they create and play a biome game. They will learn about four different biomes, including the animals that call each biome home!

Cost: Free

AGE GROUP: | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Programs + Workshops |

TAGS: | #scienceliteracy | #schoolaged |

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Phone: 519-621-0460
Hours
We're closed Sunday July 20 due to Summer Sunday Closure
Mon, Jul 14 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Tue, Jul 15 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Wed, Jul 16 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Thu, Jul 17 9:30AM to 8:30PM
Fri, Jul 18 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jul 19 9:30AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jul 20 Closed
(Summer Sunday Closure)
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Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Jul 25, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Clemens Mill - Community Desk, CM
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
Tween Makers: Laser Cutters - Ages 8 - 12
Fri, Jul 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Old Post Office - Third Floor Classroom
Learn about our laser cutters and the amazing things you can make with them!
This event is full
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Department
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Jul 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Jul 26, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Jul 26, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Introduction to Large Format Printing - Ages 13+
Sat, Jul 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Calling all photographers and designers.
Dungeons & Dragons - Ages 16+
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Navigate through uncharted territories alongside other courageous adventurers. However, proceed with caution—this game is not for the faint of heart.
This event is full
Practice Your English
Sat, Jul 26, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Sunday Summer Closure
Sun, Jul 27, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Mon, Jul 28, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Jul 28, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Mon, Jul 28, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Mon, Jul 28, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Babies in the Garden - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in our garden.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Ultimate Gaming Showdown - Ages 7 - 12
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in for some casual, tournament-style gaming.
Make and Take - All Ages
Mon, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Take It Outside! - Ages 4 - 10
Mon, Jul 28, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Preston - Community Garden
Where can you play big, get loud, and have tons of messy fun? Outside of course!
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Jul 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Jul 29, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Jul 29, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Jul 29, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
Messy Labs - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Old Post Office - Riverview Room
Explore different science activities like bubbles, rainbows, exploding bottles, and more.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Jul 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Practice Your English
Tue, Jul 29, 6:45pm - 8:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Jul 29, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Jul 30, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Jul 30, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Wed, Jul 30, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Jul 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Jul 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Jul 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
Practice Your English - Family Edition
Wed, Jul 30, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Jul 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Jul 31, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Jul 31, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Thu, Jul 31, 9:30am - 8:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Jul 31, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Thu, Jul 31, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Jul 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Practice Your English - Online
Thu, Jul 31, 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Virtual - Zoom 3
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Open Mic
Thu, Jul 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Come together for open mic night in the Creative Studios.
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Aug 01, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Fri, Aug 01, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Community Desk: Region of Waterloo’s Waste Management - Waste Collection Cart Display
Fri, Aug 01, 10:00am - 3:30pm
Hespeler - Community Desk, HE
Get ready to roll your garbage and organics to the curb in carts starting in March 2026!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Aug 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Aug 02, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Aug 02, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Sat, Aug 02, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 02, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Practice Your English
Sat, Aug 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Queen's Square - Boardroom
Meet new friends, learn about your community, share your culture and customs, and practice your English.
Sunday Summer Closure
Sun, Aug 03, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
Civic Holiday Closure
Mon, Aug 04, All day
Multiple Locations
All Cambridge Public Library locations will be closed August 4 for the Civic Holiday.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Aug 05, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Aug 05, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Dragonfly Summer - Grand River Community Play Project
Tue, Aug 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Multiple Locations
It's a Dragonfly Summer! Stop by and make a dragonfly to wear.
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Aug 05, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Employment Skill Building - Interviewing with Confidence
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
From making a strong first impression to a well-timed follow up, we will talk through interviews and common questions step-by-step.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Aug 06, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Aug 06, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Aug 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Hespeler Knitting Circle
Wed, Aug 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Wild Ontario - All Ages
Wed, Aug 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Learning Commons
Learn about native bird species and get up close and personal!
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Community Picnic - Grand River Community Play Project
Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lower Main Street closure, at the corner of Main and Water Street.
Celebrate the stories and people of the Grand River.
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
SPECTRUM Cambridge Transgender Peer Support Group
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Studio
Join SPECTRUM for a discussion and to meet other local gender-diverse folks.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Aug 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
Ancient Mariners Canoe Parade and Street Processional - Grand River Community Play Project: The Voice of the River
Wed, Aug 06, 6:45pm - 7:30pm
In the Community
An Old Fashioned Street Puppet Parade? Decorated canoes? What could be better?
The Voice of the River - Outdoor Theatre Production
Wed, Aug 06, 7:35pm - 9:30pm
In the Community
A play of the people, by the people, for the people.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Thu, Aug 07, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Thu, Aug 07, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Thu, Aug 07, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
STEAM Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Twinkle, twinkle, little star, how I wonder what you are…
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Get ready for kindergarten!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Craft Club - Ages 5 - 12
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Get crafty with us this summer!
Art Vibe - Ages 7 - 12
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Let your creativity run wild!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Introduction to Digital Embroidery
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn the basics of using the Makerspace embroidery machine.
Storytime - All Ages
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Meet new friends and stay and play.
In Conversation: - Meera Margaret Singh, Noa Bronstein, and Karly Boileau
Thu, Aug 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Queen's Square - Gallery
Cambridge Art Galleries 'In Conversation' series brings you behind-the-scenes of current exhibitions.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Fri, Aug 08, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Fri, Aug 08, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Make and Take - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Gallery
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
NFB Summer Reading Club Movie Screening - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
The National Film Board (NFB) has compiled several short films inspired by the 2025 TD Summer Reading Club theme, Around the World.
Boredom Busters - Ages 7 - 12
Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Jump-start the weekend with fun-packed Fridays!
Market Playtime - All Ages
Fri, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Outside adventures on market afternoons.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Sat, Aug 09, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Sat, Aug 09, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Saturday Stay and Play - All Ages
Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 4:00pm
All Locations
Come and stay and play!
Introduction to Sewing
Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:30am
Old Post Office - Makerspace
Learn basic sewing terminology as well as how to set up a sewing machine for your next project.
Mario Kart Tournament - Ages 6 - 18
Sat, Aug 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Ready! Set! Go!
Sunday Summer Closure
Sun, Aug 10, All day
Multiple Locations
All our locations will be closed on Sundays starting May 18, 2025 through to and including August 31, 2025.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Mon, Aug 11, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Mon, Aug 11, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Stories and Stretches - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Stretch it out and get your body moving.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Babies in the Garden - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Preston - Community Garden
Relax with your baby in our garden.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Babytime - Birth - 12 Months
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Learn new songs and rhymes, share stories, and meet other parents and babies.
Connections 50+ Preston - Felt Craft Creations
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Connect with other adults while enjoying concerts, crafting, chats, and more.
Ultimate Gaming Showdown - Ages 7 - 12
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Drop in for some casual, tournament-style gaming.
Make and Take - All Ages
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Paper, scissors, glitter, GO!
Scientists in School: Discovery Zone - Ages 4 - 12
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Join our friends from Scientists in School for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone.
Take It Outside! - Ages 4 - 10
Mon, Aug 11, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Preston - Community Garden
Where can you play big, get loud, and have tons of messy fun? Outside of course!
NFB Movie Screening - The Stand
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:35pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
View an award-winning cinematic feature film presented by the NFB.
Knit 'n' Chat Meet-up
Mon, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Large Print Area
Share your ideas and creations with fellow knitters.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Tue, Aug 12, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Tue, Aug 12, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Community Desk: Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Centre - Library Settlement Program
Tue, Aug 12, 9:30am - 5:30pm
Queen's Square - Community Desk, QS
Are you new to Canada? We can help you settle in!
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Music n' Motion - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
A high-energy dance party where we will move our bodies and create musical-themed crafts.
Art Through the Ages - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Gallery
Recreate historical art with your own twist!
Art Cart - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 1:00pm
Queen's Square - Lobby
Drop in to create a unique craft!
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Messy STEAM - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Clemens Mill - Children's Program Room
Explore the messy side of STEAM.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Hespeler - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Reading Buddies - Ages 5 - 10
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Kids practice their reading with a teenage buddy.
Game Stop - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Kick-it old school with some classic games.
The 4 pm Project - Ages 6 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Gallery
Come explore and create with crafts, games, and hands-on fun!
Soothing Self-Care - Ages 13 - 18
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Preston - Children's Program Room
Relax and get crafty by making your own self-care products.
Upcycle Vintage Slides - Ages 13+
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Make a fun craft using recycled analog slides.
30-Minute Physics - Ages 5 - 12
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Introduce kids to the basic concepts of physics with fast and fun interactive experiments.
Ukulele Meet-Up
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Enjoy singing and smiling while strumming your ukulele with this casual group.
Kindness Rocks - All Ages
Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Sing, dance, and practice self-confidence.
What We Hold - Meera Margaret Singh
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Queen's Square - Gallery
June 21, 2025 - September 14, 2025
Cast Shadow - Sofia Eleni Escobar
Wed, Aug 13, All day
Hespeler - Second Floor
July 14, 2025 - July 11, 2026
Cambridge Public Library at the Preston Towne Market - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Park
Play outside at the Preston Towne Market.
Sensory Tales - Ages 2 - 8
Wed, Aug 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
All the senses are celebrated in this inclusive experience.
Totstime - Birth - 36 Months
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Dance, sing, rhyme, and craft with your tot.
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston - Children's Department
Let's play!
Explore on the Floor - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Let's play!
Rumple and Friends - All Ages
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hespeler - Youth Services Department
Experience the power of drama and laughter with Rumple and Friends.
Life in a Dreamhouse - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clemens Mill - Creative Hub Classroom
Welcome to the magical world of Barbie.
Kindergarten Bootcamp - Ages 3 - 5
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Get ready for kindergarten!
Teen Drop-In - Ages 14 - 18
Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hespeler - Lounge
Chat with friends, use technology or take part in some arts and crafts or gaming fun.
Crochet and Craft Club - Ages 10 - 14
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Queen's Square - Children's Program Room
Grab your yarn, bring your imagination, and get crafting!
Dig It! - Ages 5 - 10
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Old Post Office - Children's Discovery Centre
Be an archeologist for a day!
Old Post Office Still Life Drawing - Ages 13+
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Creative Studios
Artists of all skill levels are invited to come out for some self-directed, still life drawing practice.
Fibre Arts Meet-Up
Wed, Aug 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Old Post Office - Reading Room
Join other fibre arts enthusiasts as you work on your own project in a social environment.
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